pursuing

Example Sentences

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“For some people that means pursuing forgiveness. For other people that means paying as aggressively as possible,” Mayotte said.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

Little’s lack of response to a possible return that offseason resulted in general manager Ned Colletti pursuing other options.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

With their support, he is pursuing his dream of becoming a barber, and is starting a college course in September.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

But he has criticized going after companies when prosecutors don’t have enough evidence to charge individuals, or pursuing shaky cases that don’t appear to be winnable at trial.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

“Don’t make it too grim, Holly,” said Hazel, for Pipkin was shuddering at the thought of the blocked run and the pursuing ferret.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams